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Real Talk with Lisa Sonni: Relationships Uncensored

Lisa Sonni
Emotional Abuse
Domestic Violence
Mental Health
Patriarchy
Misogyny
Abuse Recovery
Male Fragility
Parenting
Generational Trauma
Trauma Bonds
Toxic Relationships
Relationship Dynamics
Self-Forgiveness
No Contact Relationships
Therapy
Toxic Behaviors
Substance Abuse
Emotional Stability
Healing
Women Empowerment

This is the podcast your abuser doesn’t want you to hear.

Hosted by relationship coach and abuse recovery educator Lisa Sonni, Real Talk pulls back the curtain on toxic and abusive dynamics, romantic relationships, familial, and friendships. This is the raw truth no one else is saying out loud. No sugarcoating. No “just leave” advice.

Just real stories, real insight, and real talk—so you can f... more

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Latest Episodes

You can’t love a narcissist hard enough to make them change.

And loyalty isn’t the cure — it’s the trap.

In this powerful conversation, Lisa sits down with psychologist and narcissism expert Dr. Elinor Greenberg to dismantle the fantasy that love or... more

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Control doesn’t always look like control. Sometimes it looks like care, protection, or “respect.” That’s what makes coercive control the most dangerous form of abuse because it hides in plain sight.

Dr. Christine Cocchiola, clinician, survivor, and ... more

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Therapists hear what people say in marriage. Divorce lawyers see what people do when it ends. And what they see tells the truth about power, control, and the quiet games that keep women stuck in “high-conflict” divorces. 

Lisa sits down with family ... more

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“Abuse isn’t gendered.”

That phrase gets thrown around every time women speak up. Yet,  it’s not true and it’s not harmless.

Lisa sits down with Rebecca Pacheco, Education and Development Manager at Embrave: Agency to End Violence, to break down wh... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Elinor Greenberg
Licensed psychologist and author specializing in narcissistic personality adaptations
Episode: Can Narcissists Really Change? w/ Dr. Elinor Greenberg | S2E13
Justin Lee
Family law lawyer, known for his humorous and insightful commentary on relationship dynamics.
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Episode: What Divorce Lawyers Know That Therapists Don’t w/ Justin Lee | S2E11
Rebecca Pacheco
Education and Development Manager at Embrave Agency to End Violence
Embrave Agency to End Violence
Episode: Why Gender Does Matter in Abuse Conversations w/ Rebecca Pacheco | S2E10
Dr. Danielle Kramer
Certified sex therapist and clinical sexologist specializing in women's health care, reproductive justice, and helping couples develop healthy sexual lives.
InBedWithDanielle
Episode: When “You Owe Him Sex” Is Abuse w/ Dr. Danielle Kramer | S2E9
Nick Matiash
A men's coach and founder of The Evolved Man
The Evolved Man
Episode: The World Doesn’t Need Softer Men…It Needs Evolved Ones w/ Nick Matiash | S2E7
Vanessa Reiser
Licensed clinical social worker specializing in narcissistic abuse and cult abuse.
Episode: Narcissistic Abuse Is a Cult: Trauma Bonds, Brainwashing, and Breaking Free with Vanessa Reiser | S2E6
Grace Presley
A mother and advocate sharing her experiences with child-rearing and societal norms regarding gender.
Story Worth Loving
Episode: The Mid-Loser Fear: Why I'm More Scared for My Daughter Than My Son | S2E05
Mark Wynn
Retired Detective Lieutenant from the Nashville, Tennessee Metropolitan Police Department, specializing in interpersonal violence.
Episode: Stalking and Narcissistic Abuse: Why It’s a Red Flag for Lethal Violence with Lt. Mark Wynn | S2E04
Naja Hall
Founder of VIP Stepmom and host of I Know I'm Crazy podcast
VIP Stepmom
Episode: Blended Family Chaos: Stepmoms, Biomoms, and the Truth About High-Conflict Co-Parenting | S2E03

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Lisa Sonni
Host of Real Talk with Lisa Sonni: Relationships Uncensored and a relationship coach specializing in abuse recovery and mental health advocacy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Most edifying content available

    I can feel Lisa’s passion for helping women recover from abuse. She’s angry and very direct because this is literally killing women.

    Her personal anecdotes hit me so hard and I thank her for sharing them. I had that experience of taking to myself in the mirror trying to leave a trauma bond when I was eight years old. The trauma bond was with my abusive mom. The normalisation of abuse primed me for abusive relationships as an adult. I didn’t even realise what abuse meant until a few months ago. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cat Lilith Jones
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Excellent Take on Emotional Abuse

    I’m a licensed therapist, as well as a fellow survivor of emotional abuse. Lisa’s deep dives are both insightful and accurate in terms of the insidious nature of psychological abuse, exposing the men (and the culture) that promote abuse of women beneath the mask of love and intimacy; Excellent and important work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blair's Account
    United States6 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    I love how real Lisa is. She gets where we have been (or still are). It’s so refreshing to hear the truth. But in a positive way with advice to move fwd. Because nobody wants to be a victim.. but it often feels like there’s no hope against these ppl. It is very easy to get discouraged. But DON’T ..

    Listen to this great platform , pray, and take your power back! You are not alone…

    Thank you Lisa. I am sharing this with everyone I think can benefit.

    Btw I first found her on YouTube... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pilotswife94
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the raw honesty and critical insights shared during episodes, often affirming the relevance of the discussions on toxic relationships.
The content is seen as empowering and offers valuable practical advice, helping individuals reclaim their narratives and find strength in their experiences.

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Can Narcissists Really Change? w/ Dr. Elinor Greenberg | S2E13
Q: Have you ever been to couples therapy with someone you thought was a narcissist?
Yes, I have been to couples therapy with a diagnosed narcissist and was fortunate that the therapist recognized the personality disorder and fired us.
Why Gender Does Matter in Abuse Conversations w/ Rebecca Pacheco | S2E10
Q: How do you remove gender from this topic?
It's essential to discuss gender-based violence specifically as the G is very important, differing from other forms of violence.
Twisting Scripture The Abuser Who Pretends to Be Godly | Ep. 014
Q: What do you say to women that are being abused and feel faced with their faith?
Honor God by loving yourself enough to get to safety and trust your heart about what love truly is.
Why You Believed His Lies: The Psychology of Manipulation and Abuse | Ep 010
Q: How do you think that these abusers really know how to do this? Like, why are they so good at it?
Many abusers are naturally manipulative and exploit human trust; they understand human psychology well and can easily weaponize emotional signals to their advantage.

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Focused on uncovering the complexities of abusive and toxic relationships, the content investigates the psychological and societal factors that contribute to such dynamics. Topics such as manipulation, emotional abuse, and trauma bonding are explored through personal anecdotes and discussions with mental health professionals, providing listeners with real stories and insights they might not hear elsewhere. The podcast emphasizes empowerment, self-worth, and healing, encouraging individuals to confront their experiences and reclaim their voices without adhering to typical "just leave" narratives. The host offers a candid perspective that resonates with listeners aiming to navigate or understand difficult relationship dynamics.

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1. You Are Not Crazy
2. Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse
3. Betrayal Trauma Recovery
4. The Covert Narcissism Podcast
5. Love and Abuse

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Real Talk launched 7 months ago and published 27 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Dr. Elinor Greenberg
2. Justin Lee
3. Rebecca Pacheco
4. Dr. Danielle Kramer
5. Nick Matiash
6. Vanessa Reiser
7. Grace Presley
8. Mark Wynn

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